Monthly Archives: December 2010
Popular disc golf course in Texas closed in spite of public sentiment
Pease Park in the city of Austin, TX was the home to disc golf for local enthusiasts for many years. It was the chance to enjoy a sport they embraced, while also enjoying the camaraderie of good friends they have … Continue reading
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Tiger Woods still top earner in golf despite difficult year
Even with all of the negative publicity and news surrounding him, Tiger Woods still managed to be the top earner among golf celebrities in 2010. According to a report released by Golf Digest on Friday Dec. 31, celebrity PGA golfer … Continue reading
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Tagged Arnold Palmer, Greg Norman, Jack Nicklaus, PGA Tour, Phil Mickelson, Tiger Woods
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Sportsbooks hope for better golf betting year in 2011
The sport of golf has long been a major source of income for leading sportsbooks throughout the world, and betting enthusiasts relish the payoff that comes when any one of 150 golfers can take the top prize at any given … Continue reading
New Zealander Bob Charles rewarded by home country for lifetime achievements
In a spectacular career in golf that spanned six decades, New Zealand native Bob Charles amassed over 60 victories on several continents, and represented his country with class. On Thursday Dec. 30, Sir Bob Charles was bestowed with an honor … Continue reading
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Tagged Bob Charles, British Open, Mike Weir, New Zealand, Senior British Open
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Stretching harms golf game according to recent study
While many golfers undergo a conservative stretching routine before starting to take practice swings and start their rounds, a recent study suggests that stretching is no good for your overall golf score. In studies conducted at Austin State University in … Continue reading
Youngster Jamie Lovemark poised to make grand entrance on golf’s biggest stage
When the 2011 PGA Tour season gets underway in just a couple of weeks, there is one name that will be on Tour that you may recognize, but would be well advised to watch out for: Jamie Lovemark. The 22-year-old … Continue reading
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Local businessman steps in to save beloved private country club in Tampa
The Buckhorn Springs Golf & Country Club in Valrico, FL, a town just outside of Tampa, has been in operation as a private country club for just over 40 years now. However, because of the recent struggles in the economy, … Continue reading
Winter golf gets new life in Minnesota
The sport of golf has taken on a new life in the winter months in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area, and golfers who normally hibernate during the frigid winter months have the staff of Majestic Oaks Golf Club to thank for … Continue reading
PGA star Dustin Johnson poised for huge year in 2011
The PGA went through a year of changes in 2010, especially considering someone who was not named Tiger Woods finished at the top of the PGA money list. However other changes also occurred. Several younger players took advantage of the … Continue reading
Dallas man sets amateur mark for golf rounds played in one year
The Four Seasons Resort in Dallas, Texas is normally the host course for PGA’s Byron Nelson Championship, named after the PGA who set records in 1945 with 11 consecutive wins on tour. However on Sunday, Dec. 26, Four Seasons also … Continue reading
